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THE CRABAPPLE HOOT The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
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BLAKE PUGH, PT, BS, MPT, CERT. DN Getting To Know The Crabapple PT Staff!
Blake is the Clinic Director of Crabapple Physical Therapy. He completed his
balance assessment and treatment, examination and treatment of myofascial pain, and numerous manual therapy courses. Blake is certified in Dry Needling and is a Graston Technique provider. As a clinical instructor, he enjoys assisting physical therapy students towards becoming practicing clinicians. Blake enjoys working with patients of all ages and activity levels to support them along the road to recovery and educating them with the knowledge he has gained. He is grateful for the opportunity to assist patients and provide treatment whether manual or exercise based depending on their individual needs. Blake is married with three active children and enjoys playing golf, softball, hiking, coaching youth sports and watching college football.
undergraduate and graduate coursework at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia earning a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and a Master of Physical Therapy degree. Blake has ten years working experience in Outpatient and Inpatient Physical Therapy. He has worked with three different hospital organizations as a Physical Therapist including Piedmont, Union General, and WellStar Health System. Prior to completing his Master’s in Physical therapy, he worked in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Blake is a two-time recipient of the Heart of Fayette Award and has an extensive background in manual therapy. Blake is continuously enriching his knowledge with professional education coursework. In addition to functional orthopedics, his coursework has included
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STAND UP TO SCIATICA “Take Control Of Your Pain!” Do you experience pain in the buttock, leg, or even your foot? If so, you may be experiencing sciatica. Sciatica is a common form of back and leg pain that is often misunderstood by sufferers. People frequently have questions about what sciatica is, why it occurs and how to find relief from the intense pain it can cause from the low back down to the feet. sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis muscle and can be susceptible to abnormal pressure and irritation. Why Does Sciatica Occur? If there are changes in posture, muscle strength or pelvic alignment, the nerve can be compressed which leads to the quite common low back and sciatic nerve pains.
If you are suffering from sciatica, it is important to find its root cause. Many people often think an x-ray or expensive MRI is first needed to figure out what is causing pain. Having a lot of tests doesn’t mean you will find its root cause. Recent studies show that nearly 1 million of MRIs done for sciatica fail to find a treatable cause. With a new imaging technique called magnetic resonance neurography, 69% of the patients were found to have a trapped sciatic nerve deep in the buttock by a muscle called the piriformis. It is known that in about 25% of the general population, the
The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in your body. It even reaches down to the foot and therefore, can be irritated anywhere along its path. With sciatica, the consequent ache can be felt anywhere from the base of the spine, the buttocks or the back of the thigh and legs. Even tingling sensations in the toes can be attributed at times to the impingement of the sciatic nerve.
Whether you just tweaked your back or have been suffering for a long time, seeing one of our spine specialists at Crabapple Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call today at (770) 686-3700!
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NATURALLY RELIEVE BACK PAIN Bad Habits Can Increase Your Pain
Some seemingly harmless habits can also contribute to the irritation of the sciaticnerve.A frequentbadhabit iscrossingof the legs forextendedperiods, which puts pressure on the nerve. In addition, sitting for long periods is bad for your spine. It is possible for you to prevent or relieve sciatica simply by improving your posture. Physical Therapy Relieves Sciatica The specialists at Crabapple PhysicalTherapy play a crucial role in evaluating and treating sciatica, as well as other common back problems. Our physical therapists are medical experts with years of training to evaluate your back problem, finding the root cause of your sciatica. An individualized treatment plan is created to guide you through the recovery process and maximize your success. When coming to Crabapple PhysicalTherapy, our friendly and knowledgeable therapists spend time with you. We train you on specific and easy exercises that will relieve the pain in your back and legs. In addition, our specialized hands-on therapy helps to gently loosen tight muscles and joints in your spine and legs. Your pain is quickly relieved and your flexibility restored, so you can feel like yourself again. Our cutting-edge treatments are doctor recommended and are specifically designed for you to reach your healthcare goals.
Knowing all this should give you a headstart in warding off painful sciatica. After all, it may be as simple as learning to stand tall.
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Roquefort Pear Salad Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!
• 1/3 cup olive oil • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar • 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard • 1 clove garlic, chopped • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Fresh ground black pepper to taste
INGREDIENTS • 1 head leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces • 3 pears, diced • 5 ounces Roquefort cheese • 1 avocado, sliced • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions • 1/4 cup white sugar • 1/2 cup pecans
INSTRUCTIONS In a skillet over medium heat, stir 1/4 cup of sugar together with the pecans. Continue stirring gently until sugar has melted and caramelized the pecans. Carefully transfer nuts onto waxed paper. Allow to cool, and break into pieces. For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, mustard, choppedgarlic, salt, andpepper. In a largeserving bowl, layer lettuce, pears, blue cheese, avocado, and green onions. Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle with pecans, and serve.
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Patient Success Spotlight
I am totally pain free!
“I love to exercise and I was at the point where my shoulder/neck hurt and I couldn’t do it anymore. After visits with Dr. Schlamp, I was feeling better but knew I needed more. I went to Dr. Webb at Emory and he suggested PT. I live in Crabapple so it was a no-brainer for me to checkout Crabapple PT. From the moment I walked in the door they were like
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Why You Need To Come Back In For A Tune- Up: � Move without pain
family. Kate is wonderful welcoming you, explaining everything, and checking on insurance. Then I met Blake the physical therapist. He is fantastic! Very knowledgeable, explains everything, and why things feel the way they do and how to fix them. I worked with him for 4 weeks on specific exercises and did my homework! I am totally pain free, back to exercising and thankful for their help. They are great neighbors in Crabapple and I highly recommend them to everyone who needs physical therapy! Also thanks to my friend Stacey DiMarco for recommending I try them out!” - M. Davis
� Sit for long periods comfortably
� Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely
� Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle
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